IC Requirements for Multimedia TV

This paper describes the key technologies and trends for multimedia applications. The common use of digital processing has opened the door for new applications and new markets, from consumer products to communications and computing products. It also significantly re-invents traditional products from TVs to computers. Integrated Circuits and IC technologies have been the prerequisite for these multimedia products. This paper provides historical perspective of the multimedia systems. It also will provide some extrapolation to future needs in ICs.